Local groups

British Legion - Lerryn & Boconnoc Branch

Your local branch of the national ex service organisation.
We hold an annual meeting to raise funds for the Poppy Appeal and other events during the year.
The annual Remembrance Day Parade takes place on alternate years at St. Veep or Boconnoc Church.

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Church of England Churches

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Boconnoc, St Veep & St Winnow

Friends of Boconnoc Church

Friends of Boconnoc Church (FOBC) is a registered charity whose aims are to support the parish church of Boconnoc, and in particular help maintain its fabric. FOBC organises fundraising events of various types including concerts, get-togethers and Songs of Praise.

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Friends of St Winnow Church

The Friends all share a love of the historic Church of St Winnow, set as it is in such a beautiful position. Through various fund raising and social events during the year The Friends are able to help the PCC with a number of conservation and innovative projects e.g. the long awaited new toilet! For more details please contact the Membership Secretary, Julie Devine on 01208 872756

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Friends of the Fowey Estuary

Friends of the Fowey Estuary was formed in 1999 to provide a focus for voluntary activities for the conservation of the Estuary. A wide range of recreational, educational and conservation activities are undertaken, often in conjunction with the Fowey Estuary Partnership and other conservation groups. Our membership is open to local residents, sailors, fisherman, walkers, artists, bird-watchers, naturalists, cyclists, holiday makers and everyone who is interested in the care and wellbeing of the Fowey estuary. We have an active educational and social programme. Please see our website for more information by clicking on the link above. Contact Vicki Carver, Membership Secretary on 01208 873357

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Ladies' Dining Club

Over ten years ago, four Lerryn residents thought that it would be a good idea for like-minded ladies to sample together the food delights of Cornwall. The first outing, for 14 Lerryn ladies, was to the Tiapan restaurant in Fowey. We go out three or four times a year to a variety of restaurants and we take it in turn to organise the outings.

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Lerryn & District Produce Association

The Association was formed by a group of enthusiastic local gardeners during 1949 and the Annual Show has been held on the first Saturday in August since that time.
From the start the Show has been organised in conjunction with the Lerryn Women's Institute who are responsible for the cookery classes and we are fortunate to have many entries from local children, including superb photographic entries from Lerryn School.
Various fund-raising events have been held in support of village causes, including Garden Visits, Quizzes, Lectures with Slides, Bingo and Whist Drives. Now the main events are the May Plant Sale and Coffee Morning together with the Annual Show.
We need our young and older residents to help this important part of village life to continue.
Come and join us. The Annual Subscription is only £1

Lerryn Area Minibus Association

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Lerryn Art Group

Meeting alternate Tuesdays in the Memorial Hall, 11am until 4pm. Its objective is to provide a friendly, supportive environment for the learning and practice of painting, drawing and allied arts.
If you are interested in joining us, you are welcome to come for a taster session.

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Lerryn Film Club

Lerryn Film Club is a Private Members' Club, whose main object is to promote the enjoyment of films by its members. Membership is open to anyone over the age of 18, on payment of the current subscription. Films are shown in Lerryn Memorial Hall on the third Saturday of each month from September to April. New members welcome, please contact our Membership Secretary Sue on 01208 871513.

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Lerryn History Society

The aims of the Society are (a) To research and preserve the history of Lerryn and surrounding area. (b) To preserve, maintain and continue the "Lerryn Village Archive" in a variety of media formats. (c) To hold meetings and exhibitions for the benefit of members and the local community. Membership costs £5 - To apply, please contact the Chairman, Paul Weatherhogg on 01208 873621

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Lerryn Memorial Hall

Originally built in 1926 as a village institute, the previous hall was extended in the late 1950s and dedicated to all those from the village who gave their lives in the First and Second World Wars. The hall was always the centre of Lerryn village life but by the end of the 20th century had become somewhat dilapidated. It was therefore decided to raise funds for a complete rebuild in time for the new millennium. Under the leadership of Francis Allfrey this was achieved using funds raised by the people of Lerryn and by outside funding. In June 2000 the hall was reopened by the Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall and re-dedicated to the memory of those who gave their lives and continues to be known as the Memorial Hall. The new building includes a snooker room with a full sized snooker table, a large hall with a stage for performances, a well equipped kitchen and three store rooms and also has an upstairs committee room. It is licensed for public performances. In the main hall is a projector and screen for showing films, stage lights and stage curtains and plenty of chairs and tables. As well as film presentations the hall is used on a regular basis for Pantomimes and Revues and other public performances, for the Lerryn Parent and Toddler Group, Short Mat Bowls Competitions, Yoga classes, Lerryn W.I. meetings, Lerryn Art Group, Lerryn Produce Association, Jumble sales, various committee meetings and for parties and weddings. Our Memorial Hall is an amenity of which we are all proud ! To book the Hall please ring Michelle Coulson on 07496 322403, write to her at East Tencreek, St Veep, Lostwithiel PL22 0PF or email her:Michellecoulson289@btinternet.com.

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Lerryn Players

LERRYN PLAYERS
We use local talent to put on shows, usually in the Memorial Hall in Lerryn. We do a pantomime most Christmases (Oh, yes, we do!) and sometimes we also produce other shows in the Spring and early Summer. See the website calendar for dates of forthcoming productions.
Because we are a registered charity, we have been able more than once to access grant money to set up drama training opportunities for our junior members.
We always welcome new members - to act, write, sing, dance, stage manage, direct, help with costumes, make props and scenery, share the admin on the committee - all that fun for only £2 a year membership!

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Lerryn Playgroup

Lerryn Playgroup is held every Wednesday morning in term times, 9.30 - 11.30 at Lerryn School. The cost Is £3 per session, to include snack and a well-deserved cuppa plus sneaky biscuit for mum/dad/grandparent. All welcome, from any age. Lerryn Playgroup is a special and happy place, where we as parents and those special little people in our lives can spend time together, mixing with other parents and other children, forming friendships and making memories.
As our sessions take place at the school, we get to enjoy the facilities and all the wonderful outside space as well as an 'on top of the world' view of Lerryn.
We have a Facebook page if you want to see what we get up to, or contact Claire Hamson, pre-school and playgroup leader, for more information.

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Lerryn School

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LERRYN SNOOKER CLUB

LERRYN SNOOKER CLUB - One full size table located in the Snooker Room in Lerryn Memorial Hall - Junior Membership available to young persons (Aged 14 to 17) £4. 00 per annum - Full Membership available to persons aged 18 and over £7.50 per annum - Pay meter for table lights - £1.00 per 1/2 hour - 2 teams entered in League competitions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays - Annual knockout competitions for Snooker and Billiards - Visitors welcome, accompanied by a member - New members welcome : Contact John Hancock, Treasurer and Secretary on 01208 873478

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Lerryn Women's Institute

Lerryn WI meets on the first Wednesday of each month in Lerryn Memorial Hall at 7.15pm. Meetings are usually short but lively, followed by an invited speaker. Topics are wide ranging. For instance, we've had Wine Tasting, Local Marine Coastal Biology, Newquay Zoo, Shelterbox and Chelsea Flower Show, to name but a few. So it's not just "how to make a brooch out of beechnut husks" or "who can bake the best cake"! There are fantastic opportunities for members to be sponsored for a huge range of residential courses and local education courses. We have fun outings and lots of projects. Please email or phone for more details - or just come along to one of the meetings. Visitors are very welcome and, although we would love to extend our membership, you won't be put under any pressure to join!

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Lerryn Yoga Circle

Yoga means health and happiness through Stress Relief. Come and join us in Lerryn Memorial Hall for some gentle exercise and breathing practice, and discover your centre of wellness. We practise Hatha Yoga for one and a half hours on Mondays from 1.30.p.m. and Tuesdays from 7.30.p.m. It is advisable to wear loose clothing, and to bring a mat, blanket/sleeping bag to add to your comfort when lying down for relaxation.The cost is £5.00 per session. Visitors and Beginners are always welcome. Contact Rosemary on 01208 873621.

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Lostwithiel and Area University of The Third Age

We are a U3A Group drawing our members mostly from Lostwithiel and the surrounding areas of Lerryn, Lanlivery, Golant, Bodmin and Fowey. U3A is a self-help organisation for people who are retired, semi-retired or no longer in full time employment providing educational, creative and leisure opportunities in a friendly environment. We have over 20 Interest Groups, ranging from Bird Watching to Wine Appreciation. For more details see our website.

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Neighbourhood Watch

Your local Neighbourhood Watch Team is a link between the Community and the Police. Currently waiting for more members.
If you have an emergency where you feel threatened, witness an accident or see suspicious activity do not hesitate to call 999 immediately.
Alternatively, you can report criminal activity to PCSO Tom Barnes at Looe Police Station on 08452 777444

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Parish Council, Boconnoc

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Parish Council, St Veep

Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month in the Red Store, Lerryn at 7.30pm EXCEPT on the dates when the tides are too high for access, in which case the meetings will take place in the Committee Room of the Memorial Hall. The Public may attend these meetings and there is an opportunity within the meeting for public participation. Morley Tubb, Parish Clerk: 01726 870210

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Parish Council, St Winnow

Meetings are held every other month on the first Tuesday of that month and commence at 8pm. November, January & March meetings are held in the Red Store, Lerryn May, July & September meetings are held in St Saviours Church, Lostwithiel. The Public may attend meetings and there is an opportunity within the meeting for public participation.

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RIVER LERRYN YACHT SQUADRON

A very small village organisation formed 26 years ago to encourage boating on the Lerryn and Fowey rivers.
With no constitution, rules, regulations, subscriptions, fees, funds or premises, it consists solely of a committee of eight members who organise two boating events on the river each year. The committee meets irregularly at The Ship Inn to discuss, with adequate lubrication, the complexities of organising the world famous British Seagull Outboard Motor Race around Christmas time and the "Summer Solstice" event in mid-summer. Any money raised is donated to the RNLI, village organisations and local charities.
For more info check the Calendar pages nearer the date.

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RNLI - Lostwithiel & District Branch

The local branch of the RNLI is lively, active and well supported by the residents of Lerryn, Lostwithiel and the surrounding area. The Branch organises a programme of fundraising events locally and these have proved very popular. Watch the Calendar on this website for details. The RNLI, and particularly the men and women who crew the lifeboats in all weather conditions, are grateful for the support provided by our community. We look forward to your continued participation in Branch activities. For further information and details of membership please contact our Chair on: 01208 871272

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Supporters of St Veep Church

The Supporters all share a love of the historic Church of St Veep. Through various fund raising and social events during the year The Supporters are able to help the PCC with a number of conservation and innovative projects. For more details please contact Penny Philp on 01208 873169

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The Bridge Magazine

The Bridge Magazine is now into its 21st year of publication. It is basically a Community Magazine for the cluster of Lostwithiel Churches (St Bartholomew, St Veep, St Winnow, Boconnoc, Bradoc, Lanlivery and St Nectan).

It is published monthly in black and white A5 format, and generally comprises 20 pages. About 500 copies are distributed and community events and notices are included free of charge.

There is limited space for commercial adverts, and these cost £5.00 per ¼ page, £10.00 per ½ page and £20.00 for a full page.

The deadline for publication is 10th of each month, and copy matter should be sent to

thebridge3@hotmail.co.uk

The magazine currently costs 45p per issue, or £5.00 for an annual subscription. If you would like to receive a copy, please contact Catherine Murphy in the Administration Office, St Bartholomew’s Church, Lostwithiel, PL22 0EG or email

church_centre@yahoo.co.uk

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The Red Store

The Red Store at Lerryn is a prominent feature of the south bank of the river. It is a Community Interest Company (The Red Store Lerryn, C.I.C.) with a Chairman, 9 Directors and a Membership of currently about 30.

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The Red Store Book Club

The Book Group meets most weeks on the second Tuesday of the month at 2.00pm in the Red Store. We are a small group who enjoy reading and discussing books. There is a small charge of £1.50 per person which includes refreshments.

At the moment, we are full but do not hesitate to contact Rosemary Weatherhogg on 01208 873621 if you would like to go on our waiting list.

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The Red Store Bridge Group

The Bridge Group meets most Thursday afternoons at 2pm in the Red Store. We are a small group of bridge players of different ability who enjoy a friendy and sociable game with a cup of tea or coffee (and biscuits!) and would be pleased to welcome anyone who would like to join us. Contact Paul Weatherhogg on 01208 873621 for further details. There is a small charge of £1.50 per person.

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The Red Store Scrabble Group

The Scrabble group meets on alternate Tuesday afternoons at 2pm in the Red Store. We are a small group who enjoy a friendy and sociable game with a cuppa and would be pleased to welcome anyone who would like to join us Our next meeting is Tuesday 20th December at 2pm. If you would like a lift please contact Sue Watts on 01208 871513. There is a small charge of £1 per person

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Tuesday Club

The Tuesday Club started over 35 years ago as a Young Wives Group for the parishes of St Veep and St Winnow. As the years went by and we all got older, it was decided to rename the group as the Tuesday Club. The group welcomes women of all ages to the monthly meetings held on the last Tuesday of each month (except July, August and December). There is no formal membership or annual subscription but a charge is made to cover the cost of hiring the hall etc. We have speakers and demonstrators covering a variety of subjects and we also visit gardens and places of interest. If you would like more information, please phone Penny Philp on 01208 873169.

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Whitecross & District Gardening Club

Whitecross & District Gardening Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at Whitecross Village Hall. It is a lively friendly club with over 60 members enjoying a wide and varied programme throughout the year. Speakers often bring a range of specialist plants which are for sale after their talk, whilst we enjoy a chat and a cup of tea or coffee.

In December the Village Hall is transformed for the Christmas Party, a special event, where we enjoy a delicious meal together with our partners in a warm friendly atmosphere.

Our Annual Plant Sale and cream teas held on the last Saturday in May from 2pm

During the summer we arrange garden visits and outings. We think you will agree this is pretty good value for £10 a year membership. Guests/visitors are also very welcome & entry is normally £3 but may be more for a special speaker.

Our 2018/2019 programme is available now! (See also Website Calendar) Copies available from Sue Watts and will be shown on the Lerryn Plant & Produce Noticeboard.

For further details of all our talks and events contact Sue Watts on 01208 871513 or for membership contact Pattie on 01208 872041.